Bavarian Forest region

Things to Do in the Bavarian Forest

Around HAUS28 and Haus Schönblick, the Bavarian Forest is full of things to experience – from wild nature and Wild West flair to state-of-the-art golf simulators. Here are our personal recommendations for your stay.

HAUS28 · GrattersdorfHaus Schönblick · Schöfweg
🤠 Pullman City🌲 Treetop Walk🦌 National Park⛷️ Ski area⛳ Indoor golf🥾 Büchelstein hike

All seasons

More to experience in the Bavarian Forest

From Wild West flair to skiing and indoor golf – there's something for every weather and every group.

Driving distances

Destinationfrom HAUS28from Haus Schönblick
Pullman City~20 min~15 min
Treetop Walk Neuschönau~30 min~25 min
Bavarian Forest National Park~25 km~20 km
Sonnenwald ski area / Steinberglift~10 minright on site
Rusel-Arena indoor golf~25 min~25 min

Which trip suits whom?

With children

For seniors & step-free

On rainy days

In winter

Family & fun

Pullman City

Europe's largest Western town

~15 min from Haus Schönblick · ~20 min from HAUS28

In the middle of the Bavarian Forest, the Western town of Pullman City in Eging am See awaits – Europe's largest Western theme village. Across more than 80,000 m² there are Western shows, pony rides, gold panning, a water playground with a slide, a petting zoo and authentic Western food. A real highlight for families and anyone who wants to experience the Wild West without leaving Europe.

Highlights

  • Show programme changing daily
  • El Dorado water playground with slide
  • Horse show & pony rides
  • Gold panning for kids
  • Overnight stays in hotels, log cabins or tipis

Good to know

Season
May – October
Getting there
B85 towards Eging am See
Tip
Combine with the Treetop Walk (same area)
pullmancity.de
Nature & adventure

Treetop Walk Neuschönau

Europe's longest treetop walk

~25 min from Haus Schönblick · ~30 min from HAUS28

The Treetop Walk in Neuschönau, inside the Bavarian Forest National Park, is the longest of its kind in Europe. A 1,300 m low-barrier wooden boardwalk leads through the crowns of the ancient forest – up to 44 m above the ground. At the end, a 44 m observation tower offers 360° views across the national park. Along the way, children will find adventure stations and interactive exhibits.

Highlights

  • 1,300 m boardwalk through the treetops
  • 44 m observation tower
  • Step-free & pram-friendly
  • Interactive adventure stations
  • Right next to the national park animal enclosure

Good to know

Opening
daily, all year round
Admission
adults approx. €11, children approx. €8
Tip
Combine with the animal enclosure (next door, free)
baumwipfelpfad.de
Nature & hiking

Bavarian Forest National Park

Germany's oldest national park

~20 km from Haus Schönblick · ~25 km from HAUS28

Since 1970, the Bavarian Forest has been Germany's first national park – 24,250 hectares of wild, untouched nature left to its own devices. The Hans-Eisenmann-Haus visitor centre in Neuschönau and the Haus zur Wildnis in Ludwigsthal offer fascinating exhibitions. In the large animal enclosure, lynx, wolves, bears, bison and deer live in near-natural surroundings – free admission.

Highlights

  • Animal enclosure: lynx, wolf, bear, bison (free)
  • 300 km of marked hiking trails
  • Ranger tours & nature programmes
  • Visitor centre with interactive exhibitions
  • Primeval forest – nature without human intervention

Good to know

Admission
animal enclosure free
Season
open all year round
Tip
Early-morning hikes for spotting wildlife
nationalpark-bayerischer-wald.de
Winter & sport

Sonnenwald ski area / Steinberglift

Family skiing on the Brotjacklriegel (1,011 m)

right at Haus Schönblick in Langfurth · ~10 min from HAUS28

The Sonnenwald ski area around the Steinberglift in Langfurth / Schöfweg is literally on Haus Schönblick's doorstep. The Brotjacklriegel (1,011 m) offers family-friendly slopes, a floodlit natural toboggan run and well-groomed cross-country trails. A live webcam shows the current snow conditions – perfect for planning your day from the apartment.

Highlights

  • Steinberglift & Brotjacklriegel lift
  • Floodlit natural toboggan run
  • Cross-country trails right next door
  • Live webcam to check the snow
  • Great for families & beginners

Good to know

Season
December – March (snow permitting)
Live cam
steinberglift.de
Food
Stoaberg Alm right at the lift (new in 2026)
Tip
Ice skating in Grafenau as an alternative
steinberglift.de
Sport & fun

Rusel-Arena indoor golf

6 TrackMan simulators at Rusel golf course

~25 min from HAUS28 & Haus Schönblick

The brand-new Rusel-Arena at the Deggendorf-Rusel golf course is the most modern indoor golf experience in the Bavarian Forest. Six TrackMan simulator bays across 370 m² offer precise shot analysis and virtual rounds on more than 100 world-famous courses. Beginners, improvers and pros are all welcome – whatever the weather, all year round.

Highlights

  • 6 TrackMan simulator bays
  • 370 m² indoor facility
  • More than 100 virtual courses worldwide
  • Precise shot analysis
  • All year round, whatever the weather

Good to know

Price
from €44 / 55 min / bay
Booking
online at arena.deggendorfer-golfclub.de
Tip
A great group activity for non-golfers too
arena.deggendorfer-golfclub.de

When to go?

The Bavarian Forest – worth a trip in every season

Spring

March – May

  • ·Hiking as the trails thaw
  • ·Wildflowers & birdwatching
  • ·Peace before the summer rush
  • ·Easter markets in Grafenau

Summer

June – August

  • ·Pullman City & the Treetop Walk
  • ·Büchelstein hike
  • ·Swimming lakes in the region
  • ·Mountain biking & cycling

Autumn

September – November

  • ·Autumn colours in the forest
  • ·Mushroom picking (where permitted)
  • ·Quiet hikes
  • ·Indoor golf at the Rusel-Arena

Winter

December – February

  • ·Skiing at the Steinberglift
  • ·Tobogganing & cross-country skiing
  • ·Christmas markets
  • ·Wellness & the thermal baths in Regen

🥾 Straight from HAUS28

Büchelstein circular hike

The most beautiful hike from HAUS28 leads straight from the house up to the Großer Büchelstein (831 m) – past the historic Rastbuche pilgrimage chapel, the Kleiner Büchelstein and through dense Bavarian forest. The circular route is well signposted, suitable for active families and rewards you with sweeping views over the Bavarian Forest all the way to the Danube valley.

Start

HAUS28, Büchelstein 28

Summit

831 m (Großer Büchelstein)

Type

Circular route, well signposted

Difficulty

Moderate – suitable for families

Start: HAUS28

Büchelstein 28, Grattersdorf – the trail into the forest starts right at the house.

Rastbuche pilgrimage chapel

The picturesque Rastbuche pilgrimage chapel near Grattersdorf dates from the 18th century and sits idyllically close to the Büchelstein. It is a well-known stop on regional trails – including the "Rastbuchen-Runde" (no. 52) – and on clear days offers impressive views into the Danube valley.

Kleiner Büchelstein

The first summit of the hike, with lovely views into the valley and across the wooded hills of the Bavarian Forest.

Großer Büchelstein (831 m)

The main summit and highlight of the hike. At 831 m, on a clear day you'll enjoy a superb panorama over the Bavarian Forest – sometimes all the way to the Alps.

Back to HAUS28

The descent follows a different path back to the start – the loop keeps the hike varied without retracing your steps.

Map & GPS: You'll find the route on Komoot and AllTrails by searching for "Büchelstein Grattersdorf". Alternatively, simply follow the trail signs from HAUS28 – or take the Rastbuchen-Runde (no. 52).

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Your base

Every destination right on your doorstep

HAUS28 at the Büchelstein and Haus Schönblick in Schöfweg sit in the heart of the Bavarian Forest – the perfect base for every trip on this page. Book direct and save up to 20% compared with booking platforms.

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